Logistics Operative

Natures Way Foods Ltd; Chichester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Chichester seeks candidates for warehouse roles involving stock control and health safety compliance. Applicants should have experience in warehouse environments and be able to safely lift goods. A forklift license is preferred but training will be provided. The position offers a competitive salary based on experience, shift allowances, and additional employee benefits, including pension contributions and flexible perks.

Benefits

Salary: £24,925 – £27,512 (based on experience)

Shift allowance

Free English lessons (if required)

Employer matched pension up to 5%

Health cash plan

Flexible benefits including gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to safely lift and move goods – this is a physical job.
• Confidence using a pump truck.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Company Health, Safety and Hygiene rules are adhered to.
• Ensure all Customer requirements are met.
• Maintain stock control and integrity in the area of work.
• Liaise and communicate with all other team members where necessary.
• Maintain stock accuracy throughout all processes.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Physical lifting ability

Pump truck operation

Forklift license (desirable)

Job description

Overview

We operate a rotational shift pattern covering 6 6 (changing to 7-7 from January), covering days and nights. You will work a total of 14 days over a 28‑day period. Typically the schedule is as follows: Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday; Week 2 – Wednesday & Thursday.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Company Health, Safety and Hygiene rules are adhered to.
• Ensure all Customer requirements are met.
• Maintain stock control and integrity in the area of work.
• Liaise and communicate with all other team members where necessary.
• Maintain stock accuracy throughout all processes.
• Meet required deadlines by prioritising personal work.
• Ensure all communications required are clear and concise; keep required information/data/records for auditing purposes up to date.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to safely lift and move goods – this is a physical job.
• Confidence using a pump truck.
• A forklift licence is desirable; if not already qualified you will be trained after probation.
• Must be 18 or over (for insurance purposes).

Benefits

• Salary: £24,925 – £27,512 (based on experience).
• Shift allowance.
• Free English lessons (if required).
• Employer matched pension up to 5%.
• Health cash plan.
• Flexible benefits including corporate gym discounts, enhanced maternity & paternity policy and many more.
• Access to online GP & life assurance.

About Natures Way Foods

Natures Way Foods is the leading manufacturer of prepared salads, coleslaw and food‑to‑go for supermarkets and retailers. We work closely with farmers across Europe and operate four manufacturing facilities capable of producing over 326 m units per year. Our culture is inclusive and our people are diverse, spanning 39 different languages. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. We have a number of Wellbeing Champions supporting colleagues on mental, physical and financial wellbeing and we are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and the world we live in.